Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Flying Emirates requires awareness of specific regulations covering baggage allowances, entry requirements, and UAE cultural norms that extend beyond the aircraft.
One piece maximum: 7 kg (15 lbs) and 55 × 40 × 25 cm (21.5 × 16 × 10 in). Business/First passengers may carry an additional briefcase or garment bag.
Piece concept applies on some routes (typically Americas/Africa)—check your ticket.
Charged per kg or per piece depending on route. Pre-purchase online for discounts. Heavy/oversize items (sports equipment, instruments) have special policies.
Most nationalities require pre-arranged UAE visas. Exceptions: GCC citizens, visa-on-arrival eligible countries (including US, UK, EU, Australia, Canada, Japan, Singapore—check current list). Emirates can arrange visas for eligible passengers.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required if arriving from endemic countries. COVID-19 requirements vary—verify current rules before travel.
Enhanced screening standard. Allow extra time. Electronics larger than phones screened separately. Powders >350g restricted in carry-on to/from US.
Consumption only in licensed venues (hotels, certain restaurants/clubs). Public intoxication illegal. Driving with any blood alcohol = severe penalties. Non-Muslim residents can obtain liquor licenses for home consumption.
Modest dress expected in public: shoulders/knees covered. Swimwear only at beaches/pools. More conservative in Sharjah/Ajman. Air-conditioned spaces can be cold—light layers wise.
Prohibited: government/military installations, palaces, airports (operational areas), strangers without permission. Some mosques restrict non-Muslim photography.
Public affection, offensive language/gestures, pork products (import), pornography, drugs (zero tolerance—includes some prescription medications), LGBTQ+ public expression, proselytizing non-Islamic faiths.